The aim of this course is to provide all course candidates with a firm understanding of the current legislation regarding confined space entry and safe work in a confined space. Including being able to identify the types of confined spaces and their hazards and the ability to enter a confined space and apply the safe and correct procedures for entry into, working within, and the emergency procedure for confined space operations.
Delegates will have actual handson practice in
- donning & doffing Breathing Apparatus
- using walkie talkies with proper voice procedures
- vertical and horizontal entry
- taking on roles of entrant, attendant & rescue personnel
- confined space rescue scenarios including rescue of workers not wearing harnesses or wearing only a belt
Duration
2 days
Pre Course Requirements
None.
Certification
Valid for 2 years on successful completion.
Course Timetable
DAY ONE
Presentation
- Introduction to confined spaces
- What is a confined space?
- Legislative requirements
- Duties & responsibilities involved in confined space work
(entrant, attendant, confined space safety assessor, rescue personnel, authorized manager) - Hazards in confined spaces
- Harness and equipment selection
Practical
- Erecting tripod / quadpod
- Use of access systems
- Lowering systems: winch, descender systems
- Back-up systems
DAY TWO
Presentation
- Confined Space Rescue
- Priorities of Safety
- Rescue Planning & considerations
- Rescue Timeline
- Pulley Systems
Practical
- Emergency procedures: winch failure, mainline failure
- Tripod/Quadpod failure
- Practical assessment
Debrief and Results
Past Clients
- Merck Sharp & Dohme (MSD)
- ST Marine
- Hyundai Engineering & Construction
 Confined Space compliance table.pdf | [Compliance with Workplace Safety & Health Act & CP84 for Confined Spaces] | 151 Kb |
